A fruit diet is a type of vegan diet that only eats raw fruits. Some people who do this diet may also eat some vegetables, nuts, and seeds, but they do not eat cooked foods and animal products. A fruit diet is very limiting and may not give all the nutrients that the body needs.
Some possible good things about a fruit diet are:
- Fruits have a lot of vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, and phytochemicals, which can make the immune system stronger, lower cholesterol, help digestion, stop infections, and protect from chronic diseases.
- Fruits have few calories and fat, which can help with weight loss and stop obesity.
- Fruits have a lot of water and electrolytes, which can hydrate the body and balance the water and salt in the body.
- Fruits are yummy and satisfying, as they have a sweet and juicy taste, and many colors, shapes, and flavors.
Some possible bad things about a fruit diet are:
- Fruits have a lot of sugar, which can make the blood sugar levels go up and cause diabetes, especially for people who have insulin resistance or prediabetes.
- Fruits have little protein, fat, calcium, iron, zinc, omega-3 fatty acids, and B vitamins, which can cause malnutrition, anemia, weakness, fatigue, osteoporosis, and cognitive problems.
- Fruits are sour, which can harm the teeth and cause tooth decay, especially if they are not washed with water after eating.
- Fruits can mix with some medicines and cause bad effects, such as grapefruit, which can mess with the breaking down of some drugs and make them more harmful.
Therefore, a fruit diet should be done carefully and with a doctor’s advice. It is not good for people who have diabetes, kidney problems, or other health problems that need a balanced diet. It is also not good for pregnant or breastfeeding women, children, or elderly people, who need more nutrients. A fruit diet should not be done for a long time, as it can cause serious health problems. A fruit diet can be a healthy way to eat fruits, but it should not take the place of a varied and balanced diet that has other food groups.
Reports: